COVID-19 vaccination is not linked to death from cardiac causes among previously healthy young people, according to an OHA study published by the CDC.

For more information, read our news release: ow.ly/aPmv50ReA44

DYK: OHP now covers more services for children and young people up to age 21. Services like dental care, including some orthodontia (braces), specialty care and treatments, and durable medical equipment, such as wheelchairs and crutches. Learn more at ow.ly/mN3r50RbTx7

ICYMI: The Oregon Beach Monitoring Program has finalized a list of beaches to be monitored for unsafe levels of bacteria during the 2024 and 2025 monitoring seasons.

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Most new OHP members will have uninterrupted coverage for two years before having to renew, and young children will keep coverage until their 6th birthday. There are a few exceptions where members must renew every year. For more information, read our blog: ow.ly/gAiW50RaVXX

Last week OHA’s Reproductive Health Program launched a website that makes it easier for people to seek abortion care information and services.

For more information, visit the Abortion Access in Oregon website: ow.ly/IEef50R9GjR?

This week is Adolescent Immunization Action Week, a yearly observance to raise awareness around the importance of adolescent immunizations that help protect teens against diseases and infections. To learn about adolescent immunizations in Oregon, visit ow.ly/E0ne50R9FV6

April is Alcohol Awareness Month!

There's never a wrong time for us to become more mindful about our drinking habits and to reflect on the role that alcohol plays in our lives.

Visit rethinkthedrink.com/resources for tools that can help you drink less! #AlcoholAwarenessMonth

Oregonians 65 and older can now get an additional dose of the 2023–2024 updated COVID-19 vaccine.

Find a vaccine near you today at vaccines.gov

🔥Spring prescribed burning season on the Deschutes National Forest is just around the corner. Firefighters are monitoring vegetation moisture levels and weather patterns to identify opportunities for ignitions.

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The new Abortion Access in Oregon website reaffirms that abortion remains legal and protected in our state. Check out the new website from OR Health Authority here: oregon.gov/abortion

Using expanded funds from CDC’s Epidemiology & Laboratory Capacity (ELC) grant, OR Health Authority was able to establish an informatics team that has expertly powered Oregon’s data modernization activities forward.

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There is no test for long COVID-19. Only a medical professional can diagnose long COVID.

Being up to date on COVID-19 vaccination helps protect against long COVID.

If you have questions about health topics in Oregon, submit your question here: ow.ly/vMiI50R64zK

Dying eggs for a Spring Holiday event?

Get tips to keep eggs and other food safe at: ow.ly/Xpvy50R4F6s

Families are celebrating the holiday this weekend. While visiting events with chicks & ducklings for petting might be tempting, health experts advise caution, as these adorable animals can carry Salmonella bacteria. Here are tips to prevent Salmonella.

HERO Kids Registry is a voluntary, free, secure system that lets families and young adults record critical health details that first responders and hospital emergency department providers can quickly and easily access.
For more information, visit ow.ly/HbsF50R4Eeu

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and although many people don’t want to think about or deal with colorectal cancer screening, it can save your life! Talk with your doctor about getting screened.

The telehealth service for receiving low- or no-cost COVID-19 antiviral medication such as Paxlovid is ending March 31.

To learn more, visit: ow.ly/Lf7r50R3ANf
You can also call 833-273-6330.

Syphilis is a bacterial sexually transmitted infection that spreads from person to person. It starts as a painless sore at a site of sexual contact. Syphilis can be cured quickly with antibiotics.

Learn about syphilis prevention and treatment at ow.ly/3ySF50R2IpM

OHA’s interactive Monthly Communicable Disease Surveillance dashboard allows you to research and track trends in Oregon for 39 contagious diseases, including pertussis: ow.ly/Kuri50R1Gvw

#WorldTBDay is observed each year on March 24, commemorating the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of the bacteria that causes tuberculosis (TB).

For updates on Oregon's efforts to stop the spread of TB, visit healthoregon.org/tb.